Which of the Following Statements Concerning Hybrid Maize Is FALSE

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning hybrid maize is FALSE?

• A)They can be selected for cultivation in particular localities.
• B)They constitute about 50 percent of all maize grown in the United States today.
• C)They can be obtained by crossing strains grown in alternating rows.
• D)They produce higher yields than nonhybrid individuals.
• E)They are easier to harvest than nonhybrid individuals.

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